Connecting Laredo to Alice, this 98.1-mile journey takes approximately 1 hour and 52 minutes to complete. Because the entire trip stays within the Great Plains region of Texas, you will experience a consistent landscape throughout your drive. It is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight logistics or mid-trip hotel bookings. With a fuel budget of about $15, this route is an economical choice for travelers moving between these two South Texas hubs. Whether you are heading out for business or a quick visit, the straightforward nature of this drive makes it an easy addition to your schedule.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
49.1 miles from Laredo, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 57m into the drive
.
Step-by-step road directions between Laredo, TX and Alice, TX.
1
Start on Matamoros Street
0.3 mi·46 sec·Matamoros Street
2
Turn left onto San Dario Avenue
0.1 mi·11 sec·San Dario Avenue
3
Continue on San Dario Avenue
0.6 mi·1 min·San Dario Avenue
4
Turn right onto Park Street
0.3 mi·34 sec·Park Street
5
Continue on Clark Boulevard
3.0 mi·5 min·Clark Boulevard
6
Turn left onto Bob Bullock Loop
0.8 mi·1 min·Bob Bullock Loop
7
Take the ramp
231 ft·6 sec
8
Merge onto US 59
1.1 mi·1 min·East Saunders Street
9
Continue on US 59
65 mi·1 hr 9 min·Lloyd Bentsen Highway
10
Continue on TX 44
27 mi·30 min·TX 44
11
Turn left onto South Cameron Street
0.2 mi·28 sec·South Cameron Street
12
Turn right onto East 2nd Street
94 ft·4 sec·East 2nd Street
13
Arrive at destination
East 2nd Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure time based on your personal preference. You will not need to schedule any formal stops along the way, as the drive is short enough to handle in one go. However, keep in mind that the turn-heavy nature of the roads means you should prioritize comfort and safety over speed. Before heading out, double-check that your fuel tank is ready for the roughly $15 investment required for the 98.1-mile trek. A helpful tip for this specific drive is to familiarize yourself with the transition points between Clark Boulevard and the Lloyd Bentsen Highway beforehand, as these junctions are central to your navigation.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 49.1 miles from Laredo, TX, or about 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 64.6 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 22 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 49.1 miles or 57m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Alice, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Laredo, TX so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Laredo, TX
This is one driving day of about 98.1 miles and 1h 52m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Laredo, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Lloyd Bentsen Highway for about 64.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 6
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.3 and 98.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0.3 mi into trip|~0m in|San Dario Avenue
Turn left onto San Dario Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
1 mi into trip|~2m in|Park Street
Turn right onto Park Street
Navigation decision point
4
4.4 mi into trip|~8m in|Bob Bullock Loop
Turn left onto Bob Bullock Loop
Navigation decision point
3
5.2 mi into trip|~9m in|US 59 / East Saunders Street
Merge onto US 59 / East Saunders Street
Merge point - match speed before joining
5
98.1 mi into trip|~1h 52m in|East 2nd Street
Turn right onto East 2nd Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.82 one way
$29.65 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg34 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.20
$16.23
$32.45
premium
$4.54
$17.52
$35.03
diesel
$5.61
$21.66
$43.32
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 34.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
29.4
0
$10.30
$4.71
Efficient EV
24.5
0
$8.58
$3.92
EV Truck/SUV
39.2
0
$13.73
$6.28
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (68% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Laredo, TX
Late night
in Laredo on Sunday
Local time
12:59 AM
CDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Alice, TX
Late night
in Alice on Sunday
Local time
12:59 AM
CDT
Current temp
89°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
5 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 52m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention as you transition between various road types. You will spend roughly 28% of the journey on highways, with your longest uninterrupted stretch covering 64.6 miles along the Lloyd Bentsen Highway. The route relies on a mix of thoroughfares, including TX 44 and Clark Boulevard, to navigate you toward your destination. Since this is not a monotonous interstate cruise, you should prepare for shifting road conditions rather than a constant, high-speed pace. The personality of this drive is defined by its localized feel, requiring you to stay alert as you maneuver through different segments of the trip.
Only 28% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 64.6 mi on Lloyd Bentsen Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near San Dario Avenue.
Driving Effort1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Laredo, TX to Alice, TX is easy. At 1h 52m with 28% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (San Dario Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (Park Street): Navigation decision point; at 4.4 miles (Bob Bullock Loop): Navigation decision point.
Alice is a city of 19,000 people (2018) on the South Texas Plains between Corpus Christi, McAllen, Laredo, and San Antonio. It is a focal point for the oil industry in the area, and is considered to the "birthplace of Tejano music".
The longest stretch is about 64.6 miles on Lloyd Bentsen Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (San Dario Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (Park Street): Navigation decision point; at 4.4 miles (Bob Bullock Loop): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Alice, TX before heading back.
